Tag: Tackerman

“The more clearly we focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction”-Rachel Carson Education is a crucial aspect of creating change. As Rachel Carson depicts… Read More

As summer comes into full swing, residents begin to use their cooling systems in overdrive to battle the Florida heat. For most people, this means a spike in their utilities bill because your HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air… Read More

Development decisions influence our everyday lives much more than we think. These choices impact the economy, our commutes, our taxes, the environment, and even our health. Where, what, and how things are built influence not just us, but… Read More

This year we are celebrating the 47th annual Earth Day. Since its start in 1970, it has grown into an international day of awareness. People across the world come together to demonstrate how important our planet is and why… Read More

Lately there has been a lot of discussion on your carbon footprint and its impact on the environment. But what does that even mean? Your carbon footprint is the amount of carbon dioxide you produce both directly and… Read More

Hi my name is Trevor Ackerman and I am working at the UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County office as their Sustainability Intern for the summer. I am a senior sustainability studies major with minors in history and wildlife ecology… Read More